Nurse Practitioner, Complex Care Housing and Priority Populations
6 months ago
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $74.48/Hr. - CAD $81.93/Hr.
Job Summary
This job was posted on our former career site as Posting #177199
Come work as a Nurse Practitioner with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Complex Care Housing and Priority Populations team. Apply today to join our team
About Complex Care Housing and Priority Populations (qathet)
In this position, the NP will provide primary care to Individuals who are sheltered, unsheltered or precariously housed, presenting with complex Mental Health and Substance Use and primary care needs in qathet region within integrated care teams; complex care housing and intensive case management teams; and with the qathet General Hospital Withdrawal Management bed based care program. The key aspects to this role include providing culturally competent care through a trauma informed lens, addressing health inequities, treating illness and chronic diseases across the lifespan, and increasing access to opioid agonist therapy. This position will involve delivery of culturally safe care in various settings throughout the qathet Regional District, including Tla’amin Nation in collaboration with Tla’amin Health.
The FTE for this position is flexible, and candidates are eligible to build their competency, skills and expertise with our VCH Nurse Practitioner Mental Health and Substance Use advanced education residency.
VCH is pleased to announce we will now reimburse Nurse Practitioners (NPs) for the cost of the Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE), upon successful completion, for NP candidates who have not yet completed the exam, and who are hired into a regular or temporary position with VCH. The OSCE reimbursement is in the form of a forgivable loan, which is forgiven after one (1) year of continuous employment in a regular or temporary position with VCH.
As a Nurse Practitioner with VCH you will:
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) plus 4 years of recent, and relevant clinical nursing experience. Successful completion of the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) required.Knowledge & Abilities
Ability to perform the full scope of NP duties and responsibilities. Applies for and maintains core and non-core privileges, as required by the program, as active medical staff within the VCH Regional Department of Nurse Practitioners and cross-appointments as described in the VCH Medical Staff Rules and Medical Bylaws. Ability to apply knowledge of developmental stages, behavioral sciences, pathophysiology, psychopathology, epidemiology, and evidence-based practice to clinical diagnosis and patient management. Ability to apply knowledge of pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to prescribing and evaluating treatment responses. Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self care and prognosis. Ability to collaborate, consult with and formally refer clients and patients to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate. Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; ability to introduce education and evidence-based research. Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to plan and implement strategies for population based prevention and health promotion. Ability to implement and evaluate planned change. Ability to define the specific areas of practice and client population for whom the position is competent to provide health care services. Ability to apply lead leadership skills within a program and team setting. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staffEquity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.
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